Fire Sprinkler Design Supervisor - Team Lead
Job Description
Position:
Fire Sprinkler Design Supervisor - Team Lead - Senior Level
Company:
Job Location(s):
Denver, CO
Start Date:
Immediately
Employment Term:
Regular
Employment Type:
Full Time
Hours per Week:
40
Work Hours (i.e. shift):
7:00 - 4:00
Starting Salary Range:
$40.00 to $60.00 per hour
Salary/Benefit Notes:
Cosco provides a wide range of employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability insurance, 401k savings plan with generous company match, company paid holidays, accrued paid vacation time and accrued paid sick time.
Required Education:
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience:
7 to 10 years
Required Security Clearance:
None
Related Categories:
Construction/Building Trades, Design - Commercial and Industrial
Denver, Colorado
The Denver District office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging leadership and growth oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for an experienced and motivated team player with a strong technical aptitude, a desire to hone processes/best practices, and lead/mentor other team members in our growing department. We are looking for those who want to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our design team and the business overall in this market. If this sounds like you, please read on and come be a part of what we are building in Denver!
Responsibilities
The fire sprinkler design supervisor directs and coordinates activities of a team of engineers and designers to design fire sprinkler systems by performing the following duties outlined below personally or through subordinate personnel. Further, the incumbent has responsibility to supervise, motivate, guide and direct the design staff and to provide the proper working relationship between the design department and all other departments. The role requires decisions of high complexity, and the review of questions from entry/mid-level designers. The role requires judgment to refer questions/problems to other team leaders and management where appropriate. A successful team member in this role will demonstrate an exceptional understanding of design/drafting techniques, fire sprinkler installation and fabrication techniques, a strong mechanical aptitude and construction background, and ability to complete mathematical calculations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Direct team activities and prioritizes/coordinates schedules to design new fire sprinkler/suppression systems.
- Provide technical oversight and review of sprinkler drawings, calculations, fabrication lists, and other pertinent deliverables.
- Develop process improvements that improve efficiency, consistency, and quality of the ultimate product.
- Support Designers in the coordination with the MEP teams and General Contractors for BIM (Building Information Modeling), utilizing current programs (e.g. REVIT, NAVIS, etc.)
- Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, & concepts.
- Confers with management, production, and installation staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing systems.
- Provides guidance and support on code interpretation as well as first level plan review.
- Provide training and coaching for the development of individual designers.
- Recruiting and staffing to meet design needs for the growth of the business.
- Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations, and develops recommendations accordingly.
Job Requirements
Key Skills and Capabilities:
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
- Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude .
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSprink, HydraCAD etc.) AutoSprink experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stocklisting, project design, and project management. Abilty to review and approve work product of other design team members.
- Practical experience designing Wet, Dry, Deluge, and Pre Action Sprinkler Systems for installation. Design experience with fire pumps and standpipes is required.
- Special Hazards design experience (e.g. fixed water spray, clean agent, foam, etc.) a plus.
- Strong familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable negotiating with customers, vendors, etc.
- Organized, detail oriented, self starter able to operate in a team environment.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes/Standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education preferred.
- 7 Years (10+ years preferred) years experience in Fire Protection Design & PM
- Previous fire sprinkler designer supervision experience a plus.
- Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
- NICET III (min), NICET IV or PE (preferred).
